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840 tiles to a new kitchen

16 January 2012

My DIY kitchen remodel diary

Before I became a homeowner, DIY projects scared the pants off me. I assumed anyone who could self-transform a space from murky to magical was far more gifted and creative than I could ever hope to be. Luckily I was … …read more

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the cellular conundrum

by Sara Seamons

16 January 2012

What should you do with your old phone?

We’ve all done it before: it’s finally time to get a new cell phone, and you gear up to transfer your communication life to the newest, coolest phone available. But what will you do with the old one? If you’re … …read more

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beat cabin fever

by Hope Miller

13 January 2012

Winter has officially begun, and it is, quite probably, here to stay for awhile. For those of us stuck in a place where winter means six months of hiding in the house, we need a way to combat the evils … …read more

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door sensors

by Meghan Potts

12 January 2012

Protecting the things I love most, like my wardrobe

Here’s the deal: When I think of home security, I think of bulky pieces of equipment stashed awkwardly around my house. Which, by the way, does nothing to help me feel protected. If I can see it everywhere, I feel … …read more

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sticking to your fitness goals

by Jenaé Frick

11 January 2012

“I don’t make resolutions, I make things happen.” - @locapoca

A lot of people start off the New Year with lofty fitness goals and restrictive deadlines. “I want to lose X amount of pounds by Y date.” Unfortunately after only one or two slip ups, most people give up and … …read more

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keep a little extra money from going down the drain

by Ian Bell

10 January 2012

Low flow shower heads

So, after the holidays drained my wallet, I’ve been looking for some quick ways to save some money around the house. We already do a pretty good job of keeping our thermostat down (or up in the summer), and we … …read more